Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520
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Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Refreshed by Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1000mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 550g - 125 x 84 x 102mm
- Launched January 2013
- Older Model is Nikon P510
- Successor is Nikon P530

Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon A900 versus Nikon P520, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both created by Nikon. The resolution of the A900 (20MP) and the P520 (18MP) is pretty close and they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The A900 was announced 3 years later than the P520 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon A900 being a Compact camera and the Nikon P520 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the A900 scores against the P520 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Nikon Coolpix P520. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A900 Gallery and Nikon P520 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Nikon P520
A900 | P520 | |||
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Launched | February 2016 | ![]() | January 2013 | Fresher by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon P520 over the Nikon A900
P520 | A900 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon A900 and Nikon P520
A900 | P520 | |||
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Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 921k | Exact same screen resolution |
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon A900 comes with outer dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Nikon P520 has sizing of 125mm x 84mm x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Examine the Nikon A900 versus Nikon P520 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the A900 and the P520.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and P520 is 88 and 66 respectively.

Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the A900 and P520.
As you have seen, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon A900 to result in more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern A900 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon A900 vs Nikon P520 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Nikon Coolpix P520 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Nikon Coolpix P520 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2013-01-29 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 18 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | - |
Maximum resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 4896 x 3672 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 24-1000mm (41.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.0-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3.2 inches |
Display resolution | 921k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | - |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Optional |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 lbs) | 550 gr (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 125 x 84 x 102mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 200 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL12 | EN-EL5 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $400 | $380 |